Category People & Leadership at ISTAR
How ISTAR Partners With Universities Worldwide
Reading Time: 4 minutesUniversities today operate in an increasingly global and competitive research environment. International collaboration is no longer optional—it is a core driver of research quality, funding success, and real-world impact. Against this backdrop, partnerships between universities and research-focused organizations like ISTAR play a crucial role in connecting academic expertise, infrastructure, and global networks. This article explains […]
The Career Path of a Medical Researcher: From Student to Scientific Innovator
Reading Time: 3 minutesBecoming a medical researcher is a journey that combines curiosity, rigorous training, and a deep commitment to improving human health. Unlike many other careers, the path to becoming a successful medical researcher involves both academic achievement and hands‑on scientific experience. In this article, we explore the stages of this journey, from early education to leadership […]
Interview with an ISTAR Research Fellow
Reading Time: 3 minutesAt the heart of cutting‑edge research into global threats and strategic responses are the experts who dedicate their careers to understanding complex problems. In this interview, we speak with one of the research fellows at the Institute for Strategic Threat Analysis and Response (ISTAR), a multidisciplinary research institute focused on preparing for and responding to […]
Harvey Rubin, M.D., Ph.D. — Director
Reading Time: 4 minutesAny educational institution is a place of concentration, tension, and—most importantly—desire. Harvey Rubin’s academic and professional journey exemplifies these qualities. Over decades of rigorous study and leadership, he earned multiple advanced degrees in medicine and science, each achieved through intelligence, discipline, and persistence. Like many scholars, he relied not only on formal education but also […]
Director Bio: Harvey Rubin, MD, PhD
Reading Time: 2 minutesDr. Harvey Rubin is a distinguished physician-scientist whose contributions span medicine, microbiology, computer science, and global health. With a unique combination of medical training and academic excellence, Dr. Rubin exemplifies what it means to bridge disciplines in service of innovation and public good. Academic Background and Education Dr. Rubin received his PhD in Molecular Biology […]